New national campus sexual misconduct rules in the works

United States Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has proposed new campus sexual assault policies that, if implemented, will impact USD. According to the New York Times, the new rules would strengthen the rights of students accused of assault, harassment or rape, reduce the liability of higher education institutions and encourage more support for victims from […]

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STC, DiME team up to advocate for diversity in the Theatre Department

The Student Theatre Cooperative (STC) at USD’s theatre department and the Diversity in Media & Entertainment Organization (DiME) are working together to create an atmosphere of diversity and inclusiveness in the department. Following problems with a lack of female roles in the past, the two student organizations hope to address the issue of diversity. This […]

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Cummings accepts Native American Student Services director position, ICARE program coordinator search begins

A search committee has formed to fill Marisa Cummings’ former position of ICARE program coordinator. Cummings accepted the position of director of Native American Student Services over the summer. The position was previously held by Gene Thin Elk. The committee includes Alyssa Fothergill, Deborah Dodge, Bridget Diamond-Welch, Michele Turner and Kim Grieve. They posted an […]

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New embroidery, engraving shop welcomes students back to campus

Think Thread and Ink, a storefront new to the Vermillion community last February, is welcoming students’ return to campus with new student organization collaborations, more USD gear and increased awareness to students. The store provides screen printing and embroidery, signs and banners, and awards engraving. The store is located at 106 E. Main St. in […]

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